Reaching Consensus on a Definition of Professional Development for the Early Childhood Field
In this article, published in Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, a definition and framework for early childhood professional development are proposed, and a systematic review process used for validating the definition is described. The importance of a shared vision for professional development in early childhood is discussed.
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Buysse, V., Winton, P. J., & Rous, B. (2009). Reaching consensus on a definition of professional development for the early childhood field. Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 28 (4), 235-243.
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